At the Le Mans event, Sarah Ourahmoune, a vice Olympic boxing champion, and Gabriella Papadakis, a retired Olympic figure skating champion, shared their insights on addressing sexual and gender-based violence in sports. Both athletes have faced challenges related to sexism during their careers and are now actively involved in advocating for change. Their discussion highlighted the ongoing issues women and non-binary athletes face in competitive environments. Ourahmoune, who competed in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, emphasized the need for stronger policies and support systems to protect athletes from harassment and abuse. She spoke about the importance of creating safe spaces where athletes can report incidents without fear of retaliation. Her experiences in boxing, a sport often perceived as male-dominated, have shaped her perspective on the challenges women face in the field. Papadakis, known for her success on the ice, shared her own encounters with sexism in figure skating, a sport with a long history of gender-specific expectations. Despite her achievements, she noted that female athletes often have to work harder to be taken seriously and face unique pressures related to their appearance and behavior. Her advocacy now focuses on promoting equality and respect in all aspects of sports culture. Both athletes stressed that while progress has been made, much work remains to be done. They called for greater awareness, education, and institutional support to ensure that all athletes can compete in a safe and respectful environment. Their commitment to these issues reflects a broader movement within sports to address and eliminate gender-based violence and discrimination.